13 Best Shows on Hulu to Watch Right Now

There's plenty of excellent television out there and sometimes it can be a little difficult to sift through all the options. But you're in luck because we have rounded up some of the best shows on Hulu. With all the different streaming services out there, Hulu continues to be one that has everything from some of our favorite nostalgia-inducing classics to original programming that has reeled in major awards. Read on to find a show perfect for whatever you're feeling.

1. Boy Meets World

Chances are good that if you were a '90s baby, you grew up tuning into Boy Meets World. Chronicling the life of adolescent Cory Matthews (Ben Savage) as he deals with school, family, friends and first loves — this classic sitcom, which aired on ABC from 1993-2000, is truly everything and more. Life lessons? Check. Heartbreak? Check? Iconic names like Topanga? Check. Also, right hand in the air if you crushed hard on the show's floppy-haired rebel character Shawn (Rider Strong). If you have zero idea what we're talking about, drop everything you're doing and watch. Watch Boy Meets Worldhere.

2. The O.C.

The O.C. is likely one of the best early 2000s teen soap operas for a few reasons, with one being its dreamy setting of Newport Beach, making it worth watching just for the palm trees, sprawling sandy beaches, and mansions off the coast of Southern California. Beyond the series' idealistic location, its characters, from popular girl Marissa Cooper (Mischa Barton) to comic book-loving Seth Cohen (Adam Brody) — both of whom were dreamt up by the same creators as Gossip Girl — keep you coming back for more. Watch The O.C.here.

3. Atlanta

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This Emmy and Golden Globe-winning FX dramedy series, starringDonald Glover, a.k.a. Childish Gambino from "This is America," will likely have you glued to your television within the first five minutes. The story follows two cousins, Earn (Glover) and Al "Paper Boi" (Brian Tyree Henry) as they try to make their way up in the Atlanta rap scene in an effort to gain a sense of security for themselves and their families while dealing with life's very real challenges. Moreover, music from rap stars like Nas, Migos, Rich The Kid, and Kodak Black, among many others, serve as the soundtrack for the show, which touches on raw subject matters such as race, poverty, and co-parenting. Watch Atlantahere.

4. America's Next Top Model

For many, the simple utterance of "you wanna be on top? (na na na na nana)" induces a flash of memories from Tyra Mail to smizing to models running around cities partaking in challenges. Or maybe you've never seen an episode of America's Next Top Model. Either way, there's no going wrong with throwing yourself into a full-on binge-watching session with this one. The long-running reality competition series hosted by the legendary Tyra Banks, which premiered back in '03, is rich in low-rise jeans and high-drama tensions, along with love and wisdom from Banks. And if the drama doesn't reel you in, perhaps all the botched runway walks and preposterous photo shoots will. Watch America's Next Top Modelhere.

5. Broad City

Based on Ilana Glazer and Abbi Jacobson's Amy Poehler-approved web-series, Broad City is a show that accurately depicts (to an extent, that is) what it can be like living in New York City with your best friend during your 20s. Endlessly relatable and hilarious, watch to join in on Abbi and Ilana's innumerable laugh-out-loud funny adventures together as they take on their day jobs, dreams, love lives, and everything in between. If you're still not convinced, this beloved Comedy Central show features a bevy of famous guest stars including Seth Rogen, Alia Shawkat, Kelly Ripa, Hillary Clinton, Blake Griffin, and more. Watch Broad Cityhere.

6. The Mindy Project

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Don't sleep on The Mindy Project, starring Mindy Kaling as relatable Dr. Lahiri and a gaggle of other hilarious actors such as Chris Messina and Ike Barinholtz, who play her quirky co-workers. Set in New York City, the half-hour comedy follows Mindy as she navigates her love life as a successful doctor and all the hilarious happenings around her, from her intimate practice to the streets of The Big Apple. Watch The Mindy Projecthere.

7. Dawson's Creek

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Premiering in '98, Dawson's Creek is an iconic coming-of-age series following a group of friends as they go through trials and tribulations together. The teen drama, set in a quaint coastal New England town, tells the story of optimistic filmmaker Dawson (James Van Der Beek of Pose), his best "friend" Joey (played by Katie Holmes) who is low-key, maybe high-key in love with him, his new next-door neighbor Jen (Michelle Williams) that of course, he's crushing on, and his pal Pacey (Joshua Jackson), who get's caught up plenty of his own drama. Basically, this is the perfect show to indulge in if you just want some teenage drama. But be forewarned — if you get emotionally attached, you will cry more than once watching the entire series. Watch Dawson's Creekhere.

8. Key & Peele

Another Comedy Central show we're properly obsessed with is Key & Peele, which was created by best friends Keegan-Michael Key and Jordan Peele, who you might remember made history as the first black writer to take home an Academy Award for Best Original Screenplay for his first-ever feature film Get Out. While vastly different from Peele's box-office hit thriller, being that it's a half-hour sketch comedy series, both comedians bring the laughs with their Key & Peele skits, which often features hilarious impressions of notable people (read: see "Obama College Years"). Watch Key &here.

9. Faking It

This 2014 MTV rom-com series is destined to give you all the feels, no matter your sexual orientation. The storyline follows two inseparable best friends Amy (Rita Volk) and Karma (The Bold Type's Katie Stevens) who pretend to be dating to up their status at their liberal high school and what happens when one of them falls for the other. Also co-starring Gregg Sulkin and Michael J. Willett, tune in for love triangles, tears, dance routines, abs, and an all-around highly-enjoyable watch. Watch Faking Ithere.

10. The Handmaid's Tale

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Once this Hulu original series starring Mad Men alum Elizabeth Moss sucks you in, there's no going back. Based on Margaret Atwood's best-selling novel with the same name, this show tells the story of a woman named Offred (a handmaid, clearly) living in horrifying dystopian future in which she's forced to be a concubine in the totalitarian society of Gilead, where women are treated as property of the state. And as one of the few remaining fertile women, she is used, along with others, simply to produce offspring as a last effort to repopulate the world. The hit show, of which Kylie Jenner is a fan, follows Offred as she navigates her brutal circumstances and tries to track down the daughter that was stolen from her. Watch The Handmaid's Talehere.

11. Brooklyn Nine-Nine

Watch This If You're Looking for An Easy Laugh

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If you're a fan of Andy Samberg and haven't seen this show, you've been sorely missing out. The former SNL star dominates this Golden Globe award-winning Fox sitcom as the talented and happy-go-lucky (not to mention hilarious) Detective Jake Peralta. With the best arrest record at Brooklyn's 99th precinct, he hasn't been challenged much, that is until a new intimidating commanding officer is put in charge. Additionally, the show features an ensemble of other incredible actors as Peralta's quirky colleagues, including comedian Chelsea Peretti as Gina Linetti, the captain's oh-so-quotable assistant as well as the inspiring Terry Crews. Binge on this and you won't be disappointed. Watch Brooklyn Nine-Ninehere.

12. Please Like Me

Watch This If You Feel Like You're the Only One Struggling With Navigating Adulthood

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Austrailian comedian Josh Thomas created, wrote, and starred in this critically-acclaimed series about a twentysomething finding his way after getting dumped by his girlfriend, realizing he's gay, and having to help take care of his mother struggling with mental illness. Please Like Me is loosely based on Thomas' life, tackling gay relationships and sex as well as mental health and friendships. Anyone in their twenties who has ever felt awkward and/or overwhelmed by life is bound to relate to this show on some level. Bonus: you're destined to fall head over heels in love with the comedy's resident dog by the name of John. Watch Please Like Mehere.

13. Future Man

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´Another Hulu Original series, Future Man stars Josh Hutcherson of Hunger Games fame as a janitor who loves gaming. When he finally beats his favorite game Biotic Wars, two of the video games's characters (Eliza Coupe and Derek Wilson) and appear and enlist his help to save the world. Turns out, they're from the future and were waiting for the first person to beat the video game to recruit. But Josh isn't everything that they expected and plenty of antics ensue when they travel back in time to prevent an apocalyptic future. Watch Future Manhere.